In the Mask

Ep 7 - Lucifer’s Choice: Are We All Capable of Evil?

Is evil born—or made? In this eye-opening episode, we journey through the darker corners of human nature to question what it really means to be "good" or "bad." We’ll dive into Philip Zimbardo’s infamous Stanford Prison Experiment, a shocking study that showed how easily “ordinary” people can turn to cruelty when given authority. We’ll then look into the chilling real-life horrors of Abu Ghraib, where ordinary soldiers found themselves committing acts they once would have thought impossible. And we’ll break down Zimbardo’s TED Talk, The Psychology of Evil, to understand how situations can twist us, blurring the line between hero and villain. Are you sure you’d never cross the line? Listen in as we challenge what you think you know about human nature, choice, and morality...

Ep 6 - From Doctor to Disaster: The TikTok Surgeon Who Live-Streamed Her Surgeries After Losing Her License

"When the scalpel slipped, so did everything else." ... What happens when a TikTok star swaps the scalpel for social media stardom? In this gripping episode, we dive deep into the rise and fall of Dr. Roxy, the infamous plastic surgeon whose viral livestreams took the internet by storm— ...until everything went horribly wrong. From botched procedures to reckless live commentary, Dr. Roxy’s shocking journey exposes the dark side of fame, ethics, and the high-stakes world of cosmetic surgery. Could Dr. Roxy’s obsession with likes and views have cost her more than just her reputation? (I sourced all the information from information that can be accessed publicly. I have tried to stick to the facts and not opinions. If anything has been portrayed or said wrong please reach out to me! This podcast is to inform people, as I research and put all the information into a episode. This episode is not made from the intent to hurt anyone, and with these discretions enjoy!)

Ep 5 - A Stanford Drop Out Becomes an Entrepreneur for The Next Big Thing in Medicine; Blood Money

"Imagine a world where a single drop of blood could unlock the secrets of your health—where disease could be detected early, lives could be saved, and the future of medicine was at your fingertips. Now, imagine that the person promising this future is a young, charismatic visionary—a Silicon Valley prodigy hailed as the next Steve Jobs. But what if, beneath the polished surface, something far darker was at play? Welcome to the story of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos— How did a college dropout convince some of the most powerful people in the world to back a vision that was nothing more than smoke and mirrors? And how did that vision turn into a nightmare, leaving a trail of deception, broken lives, and shattered dreams? In today’s episode, we’ll peel back the layers of this enigmatic tale—a story filled with secrets, lies, and a web of intrigue that ensnared everyone from former U.S. presidents to the average American seeking a better life. What really happened behind the closed doors of Theranos? And how did Elizabeth Holmes, once the golden girl of Silicon Valley, become the architect of her own downfall? (I sourced all the information from information that can be accessed publicly. I have tried to stick to the facts and not opinions. If anything has been portrayed or said wrong please reach out to me! This podcast is to inform people, as I research and put all the information into a episode. This episode is not made from the intent to hurt anyone, and with these discretions enjoy!)

Ep:4 - Echoes from the Morgue, The Scandal That Shook Harvard

In the hallowed halls of Harvard Medical School, a macabre trade flourished in the shadows. Bodies donated for science became pawns in a chilling game of greed and betrayal. This week on we will peel back the layers of the Harvard morgue scandal that sent shockwaves through the medical world. Who was the trusted insider who turned cadavers into commodities? How did they evade detection for years, and what dark network of buyers eagerly awaited their grisly wares? What really happens behind closed morgue doors? And in the wake of this scandal, can we ever truly trust our most revered institutions again? Brace yourself for disturbing truths, ethical dilemmas, and the eerie echoes of those who can no longer speak for themselves. because some mysteries are better left buried... or are they? (I sourced all the information from information that can be accessed publicly. I have tried to stick to the facts and not opinions. If anything has been portrayed or said wrong please reach out to me! This podcast is to inform people, as I research and put all the information into a episode. This episode is not made from the intent to hurt anyone, and with these discretions enjoy!)

Ep:3 - The PIP Pandora's Box: When Flawed and Adulterated Implants Were Used For a Decade Before Being Discovered

Ever heard of a medical device causing more harm than good? This episode, we delve into the shocking story of the PIP implant scandal, where the pursuit of perfection turned deadly. A French company that manufactured faulty breast implants. These implants, marketed as a safe and affordable option, BUT were filled with a cheap, industrial-grade silicone, putting countless women's health at risk. Is this a case of corporate greed gone wrong? Or a wake-up call for stricter medical device regulations? (I sourced all the information from information that can be accessed publicly. I have tried to stick to the facts and not opinions. If anything has been portrayed or said wrong please reach out to me! This podcast is to inform people, as I research and put all the information into a episode. This episode is not made from the intent to hurt anyone, and with these discretions enjoy!)